How to Get Help with Your Research
Stop by the Research Desk
Students are welcome to drop by the research desk, located in the reference room suite on the third floor of Rolvaag Library. The desk is staffed by Research Tutors, who are students trained to assist their peers with the research process, including developing research questions, selecting and navigating appropriate search tools, and evaluating sources.
Research Desk Hours:
- Sunday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
- Monday - Thursday: 10:00am - 12:00 noon, 1:00pm - 4:00pm, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
- Friday: 10:00am - 12:00 noon, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
- Saturday: Closed
Schedule an Appointment with a Research Tutor or Librarian
- Schedule a Research ConsultationUse this link to schedule an online or in-person appointment with a research tutor or librarian.
Contact Your Course Librarian
- Contact Your Course LibrarianNot sure who your librarian is or how to contact them? Use this link to identify which librarian works with each academic discipline and find their contact information.
Submit a Research Question
- Submit a Research QuestionUse the library's ticketing service to submit a research question, and a research tutor or librarian will follow up with you via email.
Chat Online with a Research Tutor or Librarian
- Chat Online with a Research Tutor or LibrarianUse this service to chat back and forth in real time with a research tutor or librarian. When there is not a tutor or librarian available, you will be given the option to submit your research question, and a tutor or librarian will follow up by email.
Other Questions? Visit the Library Help Pages!
- Library Help PagesGet help with your library account, ask questions related to library spaces, and more.
- Welcome GuideLearn more about the libraries' spaces and services.